Attorney General Bondi has announced charges against three individuals involved in a series of firebombings targeting Tesla dealerships and charging stations. These attacks are reportedly fueled by animosity toward Elon Musk and his relationships within the federal government. President Trump has labeled these violent actions as acts of domestic terrorism.

The Justice Department has indicated that the charges against the three suspects are serious, with the possibility of up to 20 years in prison for each if convicted. In a stern statement, Bondi warned, “the days of committing crimes without consequence have ended.” She emphasized that participating in these acts of domestic terrorism against Tesla properties would lead to incarceration.

The alleged attackers attempted to use Molotov cocktails to destroy vehicles at Tesla locations in Oregon, Colorado, and South Carolina. One suspect, identified as Matthew Lansky from Oregon, was apprehended after reportedly throwing eight Molotov cocktails at a Tesla dealership. Another suspect from Colorado is accused of attempting to ignite vehicles while possessing materials for making more incendiary devices. A third defendant, Daniel Clarke-Pounder from South Carolina, is suspected of writing messages against Trump and setting Tesla charging stations ablaze.

Clarke-Pounder allegedly spray-painted phrases like “F–k Trump” and “Long Live Ukraine” around charging stations before throwing multiple Molotov cocktails. He was tracked down by agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms shortly after the incident. Lansky was captured on surveillance footage throwing incendiary devices and reportedly fired rounds at the dealership as well.

Tesla sales have recently dwindled, with shares plummeting nearly 40% year-to-date. Amid these challenges, Musk has received support from figures in the Trump administration, including Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who encouraged the public to invest in Tesla.

During a recent event, Trump himself publicly showed support for Musk by purchasing three Tesla vehicles. He stated that attacks on Tesla dealerships should be treated with the severity of domestic terrorism and assured that those responsible would face significant repercussions.

Musk reacted to the coordinated attacks on X, questioning the level of violent opposition directed at Tesla, and noted the company’s response to enhance security measures, including activating Sentry Mode on all vehicles at their stores.